2008 Seat Altea vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 828 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Altea | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Altea | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
